Kia Sorento 2021 - Automatic Transmission Fluid; Brake Fluid; Brake Hoses and Lines; Cooling System

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Maintenance Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Cooling system
Check the cooling system compo -
nents, such as the radiator, coolant
reservoir, hoses and connections for
leakage and damage. Replace any
damaged parts.
Coolant
The coolant should be changed at
the intervals specified in the main
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tenance schedule.
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if
equipped)
Inspect the dual clutch transmission
fluid according to the maintenance
schedule.
Automatic transmission fluid (if
equipped)
Automatic transmission fluid should
not be checked under normal usage
conditions. Have the automatic
transmission fluid changed by a
professional workshop according to
the maintenance schedule. Kia rec
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ommends to visit an authorised Kia
dealer/service partner.
NOTICE
Automatic transmission fluid colour
is basically red.
As the vehicle is driven, the auto
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matic transmission fluid will begin to
look darker. It is normal condition
and you should not judge the need
to replace the fluid based upon the
changed colour.
CAUTION
The use of a non-specified fluid
could result in transmission mal
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function and failure.
Use only specified automatic trans
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mission fluid. (Refer to "Recom -
mended lubricants and capacities"
on page 8-7.)
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installa -
tion, chafing, cracks, deterioration
and any leakage. Replace any dete
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riorated or damaged parts immedi -
ately.
Brake fluid
Check the brake fluid level in the
brake fluid reservoir. The level
should be between "MIN" and "MAX"
marks on the side of the reservoir.
Use only hydraulic brake fluid con
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forming to DOT 4 specification.
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the parking brake pedal
and cables.